Bold Sichuan flavors in Hell's Kitchen w/ tingly tofu pudding & tender rabbit. Great for groups, pre-theater, or takeout.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews Sky Pavilion, a Hell's Kitchen Sichuan restaurant that offers bold flavors like tingly tofu pudding and tender stir-fried rabbit, making it a worthwhile destination even in Times Square.
This Hell's Kitchen Sichuan spot offers bold, authentic flavors that make venturing into Times Square worthwhile. From tingly tofu pudding to tender stir-fried rabbit and a unique take on dry chili chicken, the menu boasts a range of exciting dishes. It's a solid choice for groups, pre-theater dining, and even takeout, with a BYOB policy adding to its appeal.
This restaurant specializes in Sichuan and Chinese cuisine, with many customers recommending the spicy dishes. The Kung Pao chicken is frequently mentioned, with advice to order it in the Chinese style for a more authentic preparation featuring chili and Sichuan peppercorns. Other praised dishes include the dry chili chicken and tofu pudding. While most feedback is positive, some found the Kung Pao chicken to be a bit too pricey for the portion size.
"The Kung Pao chicken, especially when ordered in the Chinese style, is highly recommended. Other noted dishes include the dry chili chicken and tofu pudding."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards the restaurant, praising its authentic and spicy Sichuan cuisine, with particular highlights like the Kung Pao chicken and unique dry chili chicken.
Important Note
One reviewer found the Kung Pao chicken to be a bit pricey for the portion size, despite its spiciness and good quality chicken.
"Sky Pavilion is suggested as a Chinese restaurant option."
Positive"Sky Pavilion is mentioned as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"Sky Pavilion, located on 42nd street near 8th avenue, was recommended."
Neutral"This commenter suggested trying Chongqing chicken or Laziji, describing it as similar to the dish at Sky Pavilion but drier, with more cumin tones, and without peanuts."
Neutral"The commenter noted the similarity of the dish to Chongqing Chicken (La Zi Ji) from Sichuan cuisine, characterized by numbing peppercorns and abundant chilis. They pointed out it's typically a drier dish than Kung Pao and suggested checking Sichuan restaurants for similar options with varying names."
Neutral"The commenter expressed excitement about trying the dish, appreciating the tip for finding spicy Kung Pao."
Positive"Expressing interest in trying the dish due to a preference for extra spicy food."
Positive"The author shared their experience with the Kung Pao chicken from Sky Pavilion, describing it as very spicy with good chicken but an abundance of chilis and peppercorns. They found it a bit too pricey for what it is, ultimately rating it a B+."
Negative"The author found the Dan Dan noodles at Sky Pavilion to be just okay, expecting more. However, they thought the soup dumplings were great."
Neutral"This user recommended Sky Pavilion, stating it is excellent and pretty spicy."
Positive"This comment provides additional information about Sky Pavilion's lunch special, noting it is priced at $12 and advising to ask for the lunch menu as they might initially be given the regular menu."
Neutral"The user intends to try Sky Pavilion after receiving a recommendation for their Kung Pao."
Neutral"This user recommends getting the Kung Pao from Sky Pavilion near Port Authority, advising to ask for the Chinese style (not American) for a more traditional preparation with peanuts, chicken, chili, and Sichuan peppercorns."
Positive"The user confirms Sky Pavilion is great, appreciating that the food quality doesn't necessarily match the decor and vibe."
Positive"The user asks if anyone has tried Sky Pavilion and plans to report back after visiting the following weekend."
Neutral"This commenter mentioned Sky Pavilion in Hell's Kitchen as having a good new-school variant of the dry chili chicken dish."
Positive"This user expresses their liking for Sky Pavilion on 42nd Street, specifically for its Chinese food."
Positive"A user recommends Sky Pavillion as a good option for takeout."
Positive"The user recommends Sky Pavilion for those who enjoy spicy Sichuan food, suggesting it as a good option for the original poster."
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